District Mechanic

Agriculture & Consumer Services; Southport (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Forest Service, part of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, seeks a Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician I to maintain and repair heavy equipment and to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems in a forestry context.

The role requires the ability to read repair manuals and schematics, perform welding and fabrication, and service irrigation equipment. Based in Rocky Mount, NC with potential travel for emergencies.

Qualifications

• OSHA and shop safety regulations familiarity.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical and computer systems.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and manual work.
• Welding and metal fabrication experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs heavy equipment, diagnosing complex mechanical problems including diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, final drives, hydraulics, brakes and undercarriage issues.
• Uses repair manuals and schematics to guide repairs.
• Repairs irrigation equipment (electric, PTO and engine-driven pumps) and other specialized forestry gear; welds and fabricates as needed.

Skills

OSHA safety

Heavy equipment repair

Welding & fabrication

Electrical systems

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician I (S)

Agency Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services Division North Carolina Forest Service Job Classification Title Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician I (S) Position Number 60032091 Grade NC06

About Us

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.

Description of Work

Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above. ***This is a readvertisement. All previous applicants MUST reapply to be considered.*** The North Carolina Forest Service is designated as an emergency response Division and is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs. The NC Forest Service provides services to the 100 counties in North Carolina. The primary job functions of this position are:

• Maintains and repairs heavy equipment, as well as trouble shoots complex mechanical problems including diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, final drives, hydraulics, brakes and undercarriage problems.
• Will need to use and comprehend repair manuals and schematics.
• Provide irrigation equipment repair including electric, PTO and engine driven pumps as well as repair and maintain specialized forestry equipment and will also provide welding and metal fabrication.

Environmental exposures are adverse weather, forest pests, hunters, intense heat, dust and smoke. Work hours are typically 8-5, Mon-Fri. Some work functions require evening, holiday and/or weekend work. Wildfire & disaster/emergency response functions require readiness 24/7. Some overnight travel required for emergency response and/or training. Residency will be discussed at the time of interview.

Duty Station Location

737 Smokey Road Rocky Mount NC 27804 Employee must operate a state vehicle and have a valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver’s License. Either possession of a current Commercial Driver’s License on the date of hire, OR the North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License must be obtained through completion of on-the-job training or employer sponsored training and all requirements mandated by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (Federal Registry 49 CFR 383) within 360 days of the date of hire. Pre-employment drug testing is required for this position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $35,596 - $62,294

Knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations including shop and, equipment safety. Experience using various mechanical, electrical and computer systems. Ability to do heavy lifting and pulling when required as related to mechanical duties. Experience in repair and maintenance of automotive or heavy equipment: welding and fabrication, automotive painting and operation of heavy equipment. Basic computer skills, i.e. email, internet, data base.

Minimum Education and Experience

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma or a sufficient year-for-year combination of education and experience in the repair work to which assigned; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications

May require current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter

North Carolina State Government is one of the state's largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions

The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.